Loss of Use of Both Feet VA Disability Rating

VA Rating Tiers

How the VA Evaluates Loss of Use of Both Feet

Evaluated based on total inability to walk or stand unassisted, even with adaptive footwear.

Secondary Conditions

Conditions commonly linked to Loss of Use of Both Feet. Service-connecting a secondary condition can increase your combined rating.

• Pressure Sores

  Prolonged sitting and immobility

• Depression

  Mobility-related quality of life decline

Common questions about Loss of Use of Both Feet

Is Loss of Use of Both Feet a VA-rated disability?

Yes. The VA rates Loss of Use of Both Feet under VASRD diagnostic code 5116 (Amputations and Functional Loss). Loss of both feet means you are wheelchair-bound or require permanent assistance to move.

What VA disability rating can I get for Loss of Use of Both Feet?

Possible VA ratings for Loss of Use of Both Feet are 100%. Examples: 100% — You can't walk or stand because both feet don't work..

What's the typical VA rating awarded for Loss of Use of Both Feet?

The average awarded rating for Loss of Use of Both Feet is 100%. Roughly 145 veterans are service-connected for Loss of Use of Both Feet each year. Typical approval likelihood: High – severe limitation often well documented.

What evidence helps prove Loss of Use of Both Feet for VA disability?

Strong evidence for a Loss of Use of Both Feet claim includes: C&P exam confirming foot paralysis or amputation; VA prosthetics team reports; Physical therapy notes showing mobility restrictions.

What mistakes should veterans avoid when claiming Loss of Use of Both Feet?

Common pitfalls when filing for Loss of Use of Both Feet: Overstating function loss without support; Submitting without assistive mobility documentation.

What conditions are commonly secondary to Loss of Use of Both Feet?

Conditions often service-connected as secondary to Loss of Use of Both Feet include: Pressure Sores, Depression. Filing for secondary conditions can increase a veteran's combined VA rating.